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Welcome to the Bitterroot Ranch in Dubois, Wyoming

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For guests spending a week at the ranch participating in a three day pack trip offers a great opportunity to experience Wyoming’s spectacular wild land. For those seeking a complete wilderness experience the five night trip offers a true escape from civilization.

The route of your pack trip takes you over spectacular Wyoming mountain passes of between 11,000 and 12,000 feet and through pristine valleys with little human presence. The mighty rivers of America have their beginnings here as tiny springs. Each valley has its own distinct character with meadows of lupine in one and craggy cliffs in another. On longer pack trips we will camp in the same spot for two nights to allow guests to ride out for the day, hike, fish, or just relax. This wonderful adventure provides an opportunity to see the glorious, untamed western landscape which is unchanged since the early explorers found it.

• Shoshone Three Day Pack Trip
• Washakie Wilderness Five Day Pack Trip

We had a tremendous time on the trip! We rode wonderful horses, amid spectacular scenery and camped in real wilderness. It couldn’t have been better. Richard and the crew found that elusive balance between sensible safety and having a fun adventure. Chris Allen U.K.

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Experience the Teton Wilderness

Legend to myth, song to dream, the teton wilderness exists in the minds of many as true solitude. the immensity and the ruggedness insure that the wild pristine landscape remains just as you might imagine it, breathtaking..

"A wilderness, in contrast with those areas where man and his own works dominate the landscape, is hereby recognized as an area where the earth and its community of life are untrammeled by man, where man himself is a visitor who does not remain."

- wilderness act, 1964, horse pack trip adventures, from the tetons and the gros ventre, to the absaroka. let us share our passion for these amazing mountain ranges.

Our fully guided, custom pack trips are are the perfect family getaway. Riders with any level of experience are welcome and will be paired with a suitable horse that will become your traveling companion during the trip. A string of pack horses will carry your gear and all the amenities to create a luxurious and comfortable camp. Your guides serve as wranglers, packers, and chefs with a talent for serving up gourmet cowboy cuisine and they are excellent camp hosts with extensive back country experience.

We have a handful of cherished guiding permits allowing us to take groups into the three mountain ranges that surround Jackson Hole. The Tetons, the Gros Ventre, and the Absaroka range are amazingly varied in geography and offer a plethora of different destinations for pack trips. Protected by the wilderness act, the Jedediah Smith, Teton, and Gros Ventre Wilderness areas remain pristine, where horses and hikers are the only visitors allowed.

Each pack trip is unique and custom. They can range from riding into one base camp with several layover days to a traveling camping trip where camp is moved to a new location every day. We can tailor these trips to accommodate your favorite activities. Whether it’s photography, watercolor painting, fishing, riding instruction, mountain climbing or anything else you can dream of, we are excited to guide you and your group into the wilderness on a memorable pack trip.

Horseback riding in the mountains naturally lends itself to many opportunities to see an abundance and diversity of wildlife. On your wilderness pack trip you can expect to see mule deer, elk, moose, bighorn sheep, and many more native species as well as fields of wildflowers and stunning geological features. As guests in these mountains we responsibly adhere to back country horse camping ethics to reduce the impact of our visit and to insure the preservation of these beautiful places.

World Class Fly Fishing

There are few things as peaceful as casting a fly rod in a truly pristine stream. join us on horseback and access remote mountain streams home to yellowstone cutthroat trout..

If fishing is your focus, the Teton Wilderness offers some of the best cutthroat trout fishing in the world. Every trip we take someone will get their line wet. Each spring we make a pilgrimage to the Thorofare region to chase the Yellowstone cutthroat trout. The Buffalo river offers a healthy population and a challenge worthy of the best angler. The area is also riddled with lakes full of fish in unforgettable settings!

Read about fishing in the remote Thorofare in Jackson Hole Magazine:

Legendary Guided Hunting Trips

A guided trip in wyoming is a bucket-list item for all big-game hunters. we can offer you the guided hunting experience of a lifetime..

Our hunting camp is high on the South Fork of the Buffalo River. Each outfitter is assigned a camp to hunt from. Our area is many miles from the next guided operation and offers some of the best elk hunting in Wyoming. As the days grow shorter and the temperatures begin to recede our focus becomes the hunt! We enjoy high success and quality animals. Our goals are not met until all of your sportsman dreams have come true. We want you to leave with a appreciation and love for this country and these animals that will help preserve them for generations.

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Our History 

Since 1906 six generations of linns have founded our way of life upon the fertile ground of the high plains and within the rugged peaks of the tetons..

Bennie L. Linn, our great-grandfather and a former member of Teddy Roosevelt’s Rough Rider army unit , homesteaded in Jackson Hole in 1905 after riding his horse across northern Wyoming over the course of a summer. He began a career of outfitting in 1906 which has grown to become a way of life for his descendants. The original Linn Ranch where Bennie homesteaded is still intact, and is located in Wilson, Wyoming, along the west bank of the Snake River. The Ranch continues as a cattle and horse operation to this day, and is currently home to three generations of Linns, including our Head Guide, Peter Linn.

The family also expanded to the Idaho side of the Tetons, and now also operates The Linn Canyon Ranch outside of Victor, Idaho. The Linn Canyon Ranch is a working guest ranch offering accommodations, day rides and multi-day pack trips, and a beautiful lodge with a full commercial kitchen and staff. It is a beautiful venue for special events and parties!

Read more about the history of the Linns and The Linn Canyon Ranch:

HEAD GUIDE / PRESIDENT OF PENDERGRAFT OUTFITTERS

Peter Linn comes from a long line of Jackson Hole outfitters and hunting guides. His family homesteaded in the valley in 1905 and they still run cattle here today. Peter started joining his parents on horse-pack trips when he was barely old enough to walk, and he now has 35+ years of experience packing and hunting in the Tetons and Wyoming.

3900 Linn Drive Wilson, Wyoming 83014

(307) 413-1129 [email protected]

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YOUR ADVENTURE AWAITS

For 60 years, Wilderness Trails Outfitters has provided unforgettable wilderness experiences in the heart of one of North America’s last pristine places.

Situated conveniently between Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, we provide unmatched access to this magnificent ecosystem. Enjoy an authentic Western cookout and a night under the stars at our beautiful guest camp. Saddle up and spend a day, or a week, riding horseback through Yellowstone Country. Cast a line into pristine waters loaded with trout. Spend a day with a naturalist guide.

We specialize in curating catered experiences for all interests. So, no matter how you choose to explore the wonders of Wyoming, we have the wilderness adventure for you!

Explore Wyoming's backcountry with us!

Bedroll & Breakfast

Enjoy western hospitality at its finest.

Relax in comfort at our beautiful guest camp located minutes from both Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. Saddle up and take a ride on our trail system in the Teton Wilderness. Fill up with a fireside cookout, sleep under the stars in one of our comfortable wall tents, and prepare to take on the day with a country style breakfast.

Trail Rides

Explore Wyoming from horseback.

Make the most of your Jackson Hole vacation with a full day ride into Yellowstone National Park or a half day ride in the Teton Wilderness. Discover quiet solitude, abundant wildlife, and scenic vistas with an experienced guide filled with stories to tell. Our small, guided horseback tours will give you a real taste of Wyoming’s wilderness and a peek at the flora and fauna of the area.

Wilderness Horse Packing Trips

Experience the magic of Yellowstone Country.

Enjoy the scenery of Yellowstone National Park and the Teton Wilderness Area as our gentle, mountain-smart horses carefully carry you and your gear. At each campsite, our cook prepares hearty meals as your guide cares for the horses and mules. In the evening, gather around a cozy campfire and enjoy the companionship of the backcountry. Sleep in comfortable tents under the star lit night sky. We custom tailor all our pack trips to your own special needs and interests. Whichever trip you choose, your experience will be unforgettable.

Fish world class waters.

Yellowstone Country boasts some of the best fly-fishing anywhere in the West. Accessing these world class fisheries from horseback is unforgettable. You might be accompanied on your excursion by otters, elk, or even bison. Our guides have devoted themselves to finding the best fishing locations in Yellowstone and are excited to share them with you.

Backcountry Fishing

Big Game Hunting

Hunting, like it used to be.

Our unique location allows for the comforts of a drive-in camp, while maintaining access to some of the most remote and pristine wilderness in the lower 48 states. We take great pride in our high-quality, ethical, fair-chase, 100% public land hunts. Hunting in the purest form, in one of the wildest places left in North America. If you're looking for a true backcountry hunt, with a higher level of amenity, then come hunt the Teton Wilderness with us!

Scenic Wilderness Pack Trips

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Experience wild Wyoming with overnight horseback pack trips to some of its most remote and rugged places.

Get the farthest from a road possible in the continental U.S. Cross the Continental Divide. See the peaceful Yellowstone Meadows. Hear the rush of waterfalls, the calming flow of fish-filled streams, and backcountry lakes.

Your itinerary will vary depending on when you go, the length of your trip, and what you want to experience, but prepare for Wyoming horseback rides like no other.

July-August with greenest conditions early season and most accessible terrain late-season

4-10 Days (Longer Trips Available)

A 4 day trip is the SHORTEST trip we offer.

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*Rates vary depending on trip, so please contact us for those options*

Just like our trail rides, all pack trips depart from our Turpin Meadows Base Camp near Moran, WY (See map below.)

Group size:

You must have 4 people in your group to be a private trip. If you do not have a minimum of 4, you can be added with other small groups to make a trip.

Destinations and sightseeing vary widely from trip to trip:

• Yellowstone Meadows and Bridger Lake
• Thorofare Plateau and Thunder Mountain
• Headwaters of the Yellowstone River including the North and South fork of the Yellowstone
• Marston Pass
• Thorofare, Open Creek, Silver Creek,  Pass Creek and Butte Creek
• Two Ocean Pass and Continental Divide
• Ferry Lake, Crater Lake, and Big Springs in Soda Fork of the Buffalo River
• Pendergraft Peak and Upper and Lower Pendergraft Meadows
• South Fork Falls on the South Fork of the Buffalo
• North Fork of the Buffalo
• Woodard Canyon

At Yellowstone Outfitters backcountry camps,  the only thing you need to worry about is how much hearty, appetizing food you want to eat. We take care of all the meal planning and prep so you can enjoy the trip like you should. If you have any allergies make sure you tell us! A good example of a camp dinner is steaks, potatoes, veggies, green salad, dinner rolls and apple crisp.

Horseback Riding Skill Level:

Don't let inexperience on a horse change your mind. You'll mount up on well-trained horses paired to your riding ability by our wranglers.

Each horse knows how to treat riders well. If you're nervous about difficult terrain, we can make sure your group heads somewhere spectacular based on comfort level. Wildflower meadows, Rocky Mountain ridgelines, or scenic fishing spots are all in reach.

Extra Activities:

We happily accommodate fishing on the scenic pack trips, but we offer Fly Fishing focused trips designed specifically for more serious anglers.

Things to Bring:

• Sleeping bag/pillow
• Three changes of clothes
• Lounge wear
• Bathing suit
• Light coat and/or vest
• Heavy (warm) coat
• Riding boots
• Hiking boots
• Power bank and phone cord

Personal items:

• Any medication you require
• Flashlight with extra batteries
• Binoculars if you wish
• Water bottle
• A good supply of bug spray

How to Pack

Total bag weight: 40 pounds each

Total bag count: 2 duffel bags

Please pack your gear and tackle in up to two duffel bags/backpacks.

Make sure you separate the following gear for easy access in saddlebags or tied to your saddle during your horseback rides. You will NOT carry a backpack on your horse during the ride to camp.

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Wyoming & Idaho Pack Trips

Wyoming & idaho overnight pack trips.

A few peaceful hours have passed in the summer sun, twigs and Cottonwood leaves crunching beneath your Palomino’s hooves. And while you’ve enjoyed every moment so far, you can’t help but anticipate what comes next: eating a warm meal, grabbing a cold beer, and joining your companions around the campfire.

You squint towards the horizon, sunlight fading over a jagged ridge. You spot ivory canvas lilting in the warm breeze. Towering pines give way to a clearing. You’ve arrived at your campsite: your home for the next four days. Now the real adventure begins.

Pack Trip Details

• 3-4 day horse back riding vacations starting July 15th.
• 6-8 people per trip.
• Scenic and Wonderful Upper and Lower Palisade Lakes
• Cutthroat fishing.
• Horseback Riding.
• Hiking/Photographer options.
• Design your own pack trip to fit your groups needs!

Welcome to the Wyoming back country – it’s a showcase for America’s premier wilderness areas; unsurpassed horseback riding, fishing, wildlife viewing and scenery. A perfect backdrop for family and friends to enjoy nature.

This contiguous ecosystem, over 6,000 square miles, offers one of the richest wildlife complexes anywhere in the world. This is Continental Divide country and contains the headwaters of the Snake, Yellowstone and Shoshone rivers. It is a land filled with amazing beauty, history and legend. A Triangle X Ranch pack trip into this beautiful region offers you one of the most exciting and rewarding vacations of a lifetime.

“Rough It” In Style

We invite you to “rough it” in style at one of our wilderness camps. We work hard to set up our camps with your comfort in mind. Our guides, wranglers and cooks are experienced, know the country and take pride in sharing their knowledge and history of the area. After a hearty dinner and relaxing evening around the fire, you will find a warm sleeping bag, soft mattress and roomy tent waiting for you.

Perfect for Families

Our trips are perfect for families or friends, with the daily itinerary tailored to your interest. Whether it be riding, photography, fishing, looking for wildlife or just relaxing – it can be found on a Triangle X pack trip. Our trips are fun for the whole family with children as young as six enjoying the splendors of the wilderness.

Horseback Riding At Its Best

One does not need to be an expert rider to fully enjoy the trip; the region has a well maintained trail system and the pace is relaxed. Our horses are well trained, strong and mountain wise. Days are often spent riding and exploring areas seldom visited, viewing wildlife, searching for wily trout or photographing mountain vistas.

The Yellowstone & Teton Wilderness area awards the fishing enthusiast some of the finest Cutthroat Trout fishing in America. Secluded clear blue lakes and beautiful mountain streams await the angler of all skill levels. A Wyoming fishing license is required. Our pack trip season is from mid June through early September. The minimum length of a trip is four days, with the average being about a week. Trips are individually arranged for a family or group. Upon request, smaller parties can easily be joined. When planning your trip, we will provide suggestions on clothing and personal gear. Reservations are necessary.

Pack Trip Rates: **

** Pack trip rates include everything (including sleeping bags and mattress) from the morning you leave the ranch until you return. We have a four day minimum per trip . Additional Costs: 6% Wyoming State Sales Tax on 40% of the bill, and a 15% gratuity. Airport Transportation is $53.00 per trip. 35% deposit required to confirm reservation. Payment must be cash, personal check, or traveler’s check. WE DO NOT ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS FOR PACK TRIPS

• Jackson Hole Outfitter and Guide Association
• Wyoming Outfitter and Guide Association
• Dude Ranchers Association
• Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce
• America Outdoors

Outfitter License BG: 052 and 135

Triangle X Ranch is an authorized permittee of the US Forest Service, an authorized concessionaire of the National Park Service and equal opportunity employer and service provider

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Horseback Riding in Wyoming

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Photo Journey:

A pack trip in Wyoming is a unique experience as you set off into the wilderness where you will be completely self-sufficient for six days thanks to the pack horses which carry all your food and gear.  You will be riding through the more remote areas of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, following sparkling streams through grassy valleys surrounded by pine clad slopes up to the high mountain passes where they have their source.  Each day has its own character; there are mountain meadows blue with lupine, sheer cliff faces and dramatic mountain peaks which change from grey to rose as the sun follows its course. Great herds of elk on their summer range can sometimes be spotted and you will become familiar with the ubiquitous grey Canada jay or “camp robber”.  There is a camaraderie that grows from sharing tales around the camp fire and an appreciation for a simpler way of life.

Slowly you forget the pressures of civilization and achieve harmony with nature in a leisurely way which will restore your spirit. You will learn to appreciate your equine friends and bond with them as they carry you surefooted through this awe inspiring land. You may well be gone for a week on one of our pack trips without seeing another human.

The first and last nights are spent at the Bitterroot Ranch, where you can leave any excess gear.  The ranch borders the Shoshone National Forest and you will be riding in the wilderness two hours after departing.

Please take a look at our other destinations that offer pack trips .

Accommodations

Nights will be spent camping in tents. Tents and pads are provided.

Meals & Drink

Hot breakfasts will be cooked and served each morning before packing up camp and riding off for the day. Lunches will be picnic stops along the trail. Dinner each evening will be cooked over an open fire. Wine will be provided with dinner but guests are asked to bring their own supply of hard liquor. Remember this is a pack trip so limited space is available.

Ride & Horse Details

Equipment required:, horse breeds:, weight limit:, meeting point.

At the ranch. We can provide details for services for transportation from the Jackson Hole airport or the Riverton airport.

Trip Itinerary

Arrive at the Bitterroot Ranch for overnight accommodation. In the evening you will meet your guide and prepare for your adventure into the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, one of the largest intact wilderness areas left in the world (any gear you won’t need on the trip can be left at the ranch).

Mount a well trained and experienced horse in the morning and ride into the remote Absaroka Mountain range with a string of pack horses carrying a week’s worth of food and supplies. By lunch time you will have left the last dirt road far behind as the route passes through alpine meadows filled with wildflowers, along sparkling mountain streams, and over mountain passes far above tree line with views that seem to stretch to eternity. It is not unusual to spend an entire pack trip without passing another person on the trail. Camp the first night in the green meadows of Teepee Creek and enjoy your first dinner cooked over the wood fire. A meal made all the more delicious by an appetite built by the day’s adventures.

Today’s route takes you over the first mountain pass of the trip. As we ride above timber line there are often big herds of elk grazing on the tender grass. If you listen carefully you might hear the distinctive chirp of the young elk calves calling to their mothers. After a picnic along the banks of Bear Creek the trail runs parallel to the rushing water and gently climbs to the very head waters of the creek. Spend the night surrounded by dramatic mountain peaks and wide open vistas. You will very likely never want to leave this magical spot.

The camp will remain on Bear Creek until the following day so you can ride out to explore this magnificent valley without the pack horses, or just relax and enjoy the country around camp. Today’s ride takes the group along the Absaroka Trail and over the highest pass of the trip. In addition to Yellow-bellied Marmots, Bighorn Sheep are often seen in these remote and little traveled stretches of trail well above the altitude trees can grow. In the afternoon the trail takes us back into the green meadows of Bear Creek.

Climb out of Bear Creek heading eastward. In the morning you will traverse Nine Mile pass and cross into the headwaters of the East Fork of the Wind River. After admiring the dramatic peaks and high alpine meadows the trail takes you down a long, narrow valley ringed by steep mountains and thick forests. Tonight’s camp is situated on the edge of a lush meadow with a dramatic cliff face rising towards the sky on the far side. A lovely trout stream runs behind camp and offers a nice place to bathe for those that don’t mind the brisk temperature of water fed by freshly melting snow from the surrounding peaks.

The camp will remain in the East Fork for an additional night to allow for further exploration of the area. If the lure of trout fishing doesn’t tempt you then today’s ride will venture back into the high country, passing an abandoned shepherd’s cabin in an idyllic setting perfect for a picnic lunch. Sheep have now been replaced by grazing elk in the surrounding meadows.

Today you will ride back out of the wilderness towards the Bitterroot Ranch. It is the first permanent human habitation you will have seen for six days. The trail gradually takes you from the meadows and forests of the mountains into the foothills and sagebrush plains below. Dinner and overnight back at the ranch.

Depart the ranch in the morning after breakfast.

Itinerary Addendum

**This itinerary may be modified to adapt to weather conditions, grazing quality, forest fire or other unforeseeable circumstances. Accommodation at the Bitterroot Ranch depends on availability.**

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The passing of these last months has only set into our minds how truly blessed we were to meet each of you and to spend that time in the beautiful Wyoming wilderness. We recount each day of that trip often, and at the end of our reminiscing it ends in a big smile of knowing that we are forever changed from that experience.

Emily Buss 2013

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Wyoming Pack Trips

Experience the Wilderness of Northwest Wyoming

Trails West Outfitters offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience riding horseback in the Shoshone National Forest and up the Greybull River to our camp overlooking several mountain drainages. Our 5-day/4-night guided trips include world-class fly-fishing, adventurous day rides, exploring and excellent camp food. We are dedicated to providing an unforgettable outdoor adventure in the beautiful wilderness of Northwest Wyoming.

What Makes Us Special

Expert guides.

Our experienced guides are knowledgeable about the area and provide a safe and enjoyable trip.

Handpicked Adventures

We carefully select each adventure to ensure an unforgettable experience.

Hidden Gem Destinations

Explore the beautiful and untouched wilderness of Northwest Wyoming.

Testimonials

"Our family pack trip was better than a vacation to the Galapagos Islands!"

"I went into the week with strangers and came out with sisters, friends, and memories that will last a lifetime. Wyoming is a very special place and is undeniably God's country."

"This trip changed the course of my life."

Courtney S.

"Let the wilderness draw you hither on life's journey."

-Robbie George

Cody, WY 82414

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Experience The Tetons On Horseback

We offer unique custom horse packing adventures and incredible guided hunts for all ages and abilities in the wyoming backcountry..

Enjoy The Trip of A Lifetime.

Linn outfitters takes guests and hunters into the wilderness around jackson hole on one-of-a-kind horse-packing adventures. amazing vistas, awesome food, and great company are the hallmarks of all our trips., plan the perfect horse pack trip adventure, we offer a variety of different trip packages ranging from a couple of nights in the woods to week-long guided hunts..

Legendary Guided Hunting Trips

A guided trip in wyoming is a bucket-list item for nearly all big-game hunters. we can offer you the guided hunting experience of a lifetime..

HEAD GUIDE / PRESIDENT OF LINN OUTFITTERS

Peter Linn comes from a long line of Jackson Hole outfitters and hunting guides. His family homesteaded in the valley in 1904 and they still run cattle here today. Peter started joining his parents on horse-pack trips when he was barely old enough to walk, and he now has 35+ years of experience packing and hunting in the Tetons.

3900 Linn Drive Wilson, Wyoming 83014

(307) 413-1129 [email protected]

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In 1930, Charlie Moore bought the Simpson Lake Cabins from three ingenious men who built a fishing camp next to the Simpson Lake shores. For over 60 years, CM guests could ride to Simpson and spend one or two nights during their ranch stay. When the area became part of the Fitzpatrick Wilderness, the CM could no longer use the cabins and established a fine base camp near Union Lake, where today guests still experience spectacular fishing, riding and sightseeing.

The CM Ranch offers pack trips in conjunction with, or separately from traditional week-long dude ranch vacations. Guests can go to our base camp at Union Lake, where Simpson and other glacier-fed lakes are just a short ride away, or take a progressive trip where they can camp right next to Simpson Lake, or camp next to a different lake each night.

The unique location of the CM treats viewers to geologic exposures in the glacial valley which result in an extraordinary display. From the ranch, the horseback ride to our Union Lake base camp takes about 5 or 6 hours, and traverses through creek bottoms, forests and meadows. Along the way, one often sees deer, elk, moose, antelope, snowshoe hares and picas (a small mountain rodent that spends its summer storing hay for the winter).

Progressive trips go even further into the interior of the Fitzpatrick Wilderness, where the stunning terrain and cold mountain lakes have seen very little human impact. For many years, guests of all ages have experienced the tremendous beauty and solitude of the Wind River Mountains on pack trips led by our experienced guide and cook, who devote themselves to showing people the very finest and detailed areas of Wyoming.

We require a minimum of 2 nights and at least 2 people for pack trips.

2024 Pack Trip Rates:

• $275 per person per night if taken during a regular ranch stay
• $300 per person per night if taken before, after, or without a ranch stay

Applicable Wyoming sales tax and a customary 15% gratuity are added to final bill.

• Weekly Schedule

Sunday - Check in between 4PM and 6PM.

Welcome to the CM Ranch! Check-in between 4:00pm and 6:00pm. You will be welcomed by members of our crew and your hosts will greet you at dinnertime 6:30pm. Introductions and orientation will be made during dinner. All dinners are BYOB.

Monday - Morning and afternoon rides. Cocktail party at 5:30PM.

Breakfast served from 7:30 - 8:30am all week. Horse safety orientation begins at 9AM. Get acquainted with your horse on the morning and afternoon rides. Join us for the CM crew hosted Cocktail party on dining room deck at 5:30pm. Gather in Riverside for the History of the ranch.

Tuesday - Morning and afternoon rides. Square dance lessons at 5:30PM. Dubois town square dance at 8PM.

Yummy breakfast and off to the barn for morning and afternoon rides at 9:00am and 2:00pm. Meet us for a square dance lessons in Roundup at 5:30pm. After dinner head into Dubois for square dancing at the Rustic Pine at 8:00 PM.

Wednesday - Early morning breakfast ride. Live entertainment at 7:30PM.

Early morning breakfast rides at 7:00 and 8:00am. Fill up on pancakes, monkey bread, bacon, and eggs from the dutch oven. Family photos will be taken at breakfast site by our photographer. Enjoy the afternoon by touring petroglyphs, getting a massage, or shopping in town. After dinner, enjoy live entertainment at 7:30pm.

Thursday - All day ride. Camp fire and s'mores after dinner.

All day rides head to Whiskey Mountain, Badlands, Bear Basin, and other locations. Slide show of the week following dinner in Roundup at 7:30pm. After the slide show, we will gather around the fire for s'mores (across from Roundup).

Friday - Morning and afternoon rides. Dubois town rodeo at 7:30PM.

Head out for morning and afternoon rides, go for a hike, or sign up for a massage by Reenie Roe. Experience the rodeo in Dubois starting at 7:30pm. Guest participation is encouraged....no bull riding please!

Saturday- Morning ride or team penning. Afternoon ride or kid's rodeo. Cookout at 5:30PM.

Morning rides or Team penning for adults and children's rodeo in arena at 2pm. Evening cookout looking over the Badlands. Cocktails (BYOB) 5:30pm and dinner 6:30pm. Transportation provided by the CM fire department and wagon.

Sunday - Check out by 10:00AM.

Last amazing breakfast before checkout by 10:00AM. Don't forget to reserve your cabin for next year!

Along with private cabins the ranch boasts several amenities to make our guests' stay as comfortable as possible.

• 20’ x 40’ outdoor heated pool
• Large recreation room with ping-pong tables
• Basketball hoop
• Volleyball court
• Large common area suitable for soccer, softball, frisbee and other lawn games
• Two sitting rooms with fireplaces
• Wireless internet in main office with two small private rooms available
• Hat and boot room with most sizes of boots available
• Playroom for younger children

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307 Outfitters in Cody Wyoming

Certified guides for Hunting, Fishing, and Horseback Camping Adventures.

Wyoming Summer Pack Trips

The best Wyoming Summer pack trips start with 307 Outfitters from Cody, Wyoming. Watch wild grizzly bears feed at a moth site with our binoculars and spotting scopes. Catch wild trout from pristine, proven fishing holes. Pick ripe huckleberries from secret, secluded patches under the beautiful Wyoming sky. After that, relax by the campfire while our cook prepares a delicious meal at our full-service camp.

Call us today to begin planning your dream vacation! 307-272-5915

Each Wyoming Summer Pack Trip is Unique

We plan each trip based on your dream horseback camping vacation. whether you want to relax at our historic base camp or travel the wyoming wilderness with a progressive, moving camp – we will handle everything..

Scott LaFevers, Outfitter and Owner of 307 Outfitters

The examples below will provide you with some ideas. However, each Summer pack trip is a unique adventure starting in Cody, Wyoming. Give us a call with any questions, we’re here to help.

Grizzly Bear Adventure Trip

One of the best opportunities to see wild grizzly bears.

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One Day Scenic Rides and Fishing

See some of the most scenic and untrammeled places in a single day.

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Migration Adventure

Follow the trail of a 4,000 head elk migration. This is the journey of National…

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Camp Monaco

In 1913 William F Cody took Prince Albert of Monaco hunting. They named their camp…

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Progressive Trips

For the more adventurous we offer multi day moving trips where we move camp from…

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These trips are for those who want to pack in to a full service camp…

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Wildlife Trips

Explore the high country finding Grizzly Bears, Elk, Big Horn Sheep, and more

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Wyoming Summer pack trip features

• Guided horseback camping with an experienced, licensed outfitter
• Full-service campsites including meals and setup
• Premium fly-fishing at our pristine, proven fishing holes
• Unforgettable, breathtaking scenery seldom seen by others

We specialize in small groups. Above all, we are dedicated to providing the ultimate in back country wilderness adventures.

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Camping & Fishing Horseback Pack Trips

All Pack Trips Take Place 100% In The Bridger-Teton National Forest and Gros Ventre Forest

(Departure trailhead located approximately 20 miles from downtown Jackson Hole, Wyoming)

Jackson Hole Horseback Camping & Fishing Pack Trips

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Willow Creek Horseback Rides and Trophy Mountain Outfitters are permittees of the BTNF and are proud to be equal opportunity service providers. Licensed by the Wyoming Board of Outfitters and Professional Guides, License# BG114.

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Pack Trips, Outfitters & Guides

Continental Divide Trail pack trip. Photo: Melissa Hemkin

Ring Lake Ranch trail ride. Photo: Scott Copeland

Dinwoody pack trip. Photo: Melissa Hemkin

He's a handsome boy! Photo: Lander Llama Company

The best guides for a trail ride. Photo: Kristin Foster

Women's Yoga Mountain Retreat. Photo: Bear Basin Adventures

Get into the BACKCOUNTRY

Wind River Country is known for its epic backcountry.  Book a trip with an outfitter or guide and experience the vacation of a lifetime.  From the Wind River Range to the Absaroka Mountains and the Fitzpatrick and Washakie Wilderness areas, you can access pristine lakes and alpine meadows.

Pick your trip

Base Camp Trips – Ride into a furnished base camp and let the guides take care of you.  Settle in for a relaxed week and enjoy day rides, wildlife watching, fishing, photography and hiking.  Choose luxury or rough it in style.  Specialty trips include women’s yoga and meditation, fly fishing and hunting camps.

Pack Trips – Camp is set up in several different locations and pack horses carry your supplies.

Drop Trips – Make your own trip and hire an outfitter to pack in and drop your gear, and pack out.  Drop trips available for backpackers into Gannett Peak.

Outfitters and Guides – Guided day and multi-day trips on horseback, llama or by boat.  Experience the lakes and streams with an experienced fly fishing guide or see the Red Desert while a llama carries your gear.   Ride the whitewater in Wind River Canyon and fish on the Wind River Reservation with any of our Reservation permitted guides.

Create Your Own Trip – You can rent horses and llamas and all the gear needed for your trip.  Everything from tents, sleeping bags and climbing equipment.

Looking for something different?  Many of our outfitters will do customized trips.  Just ask!

Camp/climbing

Cor expeditions.

300 Lincoln St Lander, WY

KC Outdoors

116 E Ramshorn Street Dubois, WY

NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School)

284 Lincoln Street Lander, WY

Ramshorn Llamas

351 Main St. Dubois, WY

Wild Iris Mountain Sports

166 Main Street Lander, WY

Wind River Climbing Guides

425 Popo Agie Lander, WY

Cutthroat Fly Shop & Adventures

202 E. Ramshorn Dubois, WY

Dunoir Fishing Adventures

1405 Goodrich Dr. Lander, WY

Lander Fly Shop & Guide Service

305 Main St. Lander, WY

Legacy Outfitters

Fort Washakie, WY

Soda Peak Outfitters

PO Box 342 Dubois, WY

Sweetwater Fishing Expeditions

2939 Sinks Canyon Road Lander, WY

Teton Fishing Co. LLC

5700 Hwy 27 Dubois, WY

Thermopolis Fly Shop

415 Park St. Thermopolis, WY

Wind River Fishing Adventures

Bull Lake Fort Washakie, WY

Wind River Flyfitter

505 W. Ramshorn Dubois, WY

Wind River Troutfitters

8116 Hwy 789 Lander, WY

Rockin’ K Riding Stable, LLC

3850 Turquoise Dr. Riverton, WY

Wind River Backcountry Outfitters

4 Goldeneye Drive Dubois, WY

Wyoming Country Outfitters

7696 US Hwy 287 Lander, WY

Lander Llama Company

2024 Mortimore Lane Lander, WY

Outfitters & Guides

Allen’s diamond four wilderness ranch.

5555 US Hwy 287 Lander, WY

Bear Basin Adventures

9000 East Fork Road Dubois, WY

Bugling Winds Outfitting

8223 Hwy 26 Crowheart, WY

C&E Hunt Club

338 Gas Hills Rd. Riverton, WY

Chamley Outfitting LLC

P.O. Box 987 Dubois, WY

Continental Divide Dogsled Adventures

4338 US Hwy. 26 Dubois, WY

East Fork Outfitters

305 Missouri Valley Road Shoshoni, WY

Indian Ridge Outfitter

Crowheart, WY

Lazy TX Outfitting

656 Horse Creek Road Dubois, WY

Outfitters of the Wyoming Wilderness

656 Horsecreek Rd Dubois, WY

Said Creek Outfitters

199 Uphill Road Dubois, WY

Shoshone & Arapaho Fish & Game

15 N. Fork Rod Fort Washakie, WY

Wild Willow Campground and Fishing

11124 Hwy 789 Riverton, WY

Wind River Canyon Whitewater

210 Suite 5 Hwy 20 S. Thermopolis, WY

Woody’s Fly Shop

2020 Mortinmore Lane Lander, WY

Horse & Mule

Yellowstone, multi - day.

let us guide you through our favorite national park, or explore montana's highest mountain range! 

We'll pack you in and out of camps, guide you down the trail a nd share our stories and knowledge of Yellowston e and the Beartooths along the way. 

You'll be pampered with delicious homemade meals made with love by our camp chef(s),  cozy sleeping bags & weatherpr oof tents to s leep in, and  guided day rides, hikes or fishing excursions each day! We can do short trips, long trips, or anywhere in between - call us to see the park the way it was meant to be seen! This is a real wilderness adventure, but you don't have to be an experienced camper to join in on the fun. We'll make sure you've got what you need and we can take care of the rest! 

Specify if you're looking to see some hot springs, fish for native Cutthroat trout, find wildlife, or just take in the most beautiful views around! Yellowstone  and the Beartooth Wilderness  have countless different campsites for different interests. 

  $550-$650  p er pe rson, per day

Experience the wilderness as it was explored a hundred years ago, witness old school packing techniques and ride the wild and historic trails. This is an incredible chance for an in-to-nature journey in Yellowstone National Park. 

Reservation & Cancellation Policy  

We require a 50% deposit to secure your reservation. Balance is due 30 days prior to your  Yellowstone adventure . We accept personal checks, money orders for deposits and balances. If you must pay with credit card, we accept Master Card and Visa only with an added 5% convenience fee.

If you cancel your reservation, your deposit will be refunded to you only if we can fill your space with another guest.

We strongly recommend that you consider trip insurance for all of your outdoor adventure trips. Please visit  Ripcord Travel Protection

Yellowstone Horse and Mule, LLC. is an authorized Concessionaire to provide Saddle and Pack stock Tours in Yellowstone National Park under permits CC-YELL115-16.

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These Wyoming hunting trips are conducted on horseback, using seasoned horses and mules. Your Wyoming hunting adventures could include Elk, Mule Deer or Big Horn Sheep.

Wyoming Adventures

Livingston Outfitting offers the best in outdoor vacations. Whether your interests lean toward fishing, photography, wildlife viewing, or just laying around camp with a good book, our horsepack trips make the perfect vacation.

With over 190 years combined experience, we have one of the best crews around.

Livingston Outfitting offers guided hunts and horsepack trips for your friends and family in the beautiful Wyoming mountains. We start our trips in Cody, Wyoming and trek through some of the most pristine Yellowstone National Park areas using seasoned horses and mules.

“ We had an awesome trip! I understand the weather made it very tough hunting for most but thankfully we both scored on good bulls. Camp life was great from the food to the conversation. Horses were exceptional as well. Could not have done it without them. This hunt is the real deal. It is tough but a great experience that I would recommend to anyone! Heath Till Client

“ Words cannot express the amount of fun and excitement we had on our trip. Everything was first class from the horses packing in to the accommodations in camp. The guides were top notch and done everything in their ability to put us on bulls. We all felt like you ran a first class wilderness hunting camp. Troy Client

“ The hunt was great and was all I expected and more. The accommodations, cook and wranglers were great people. Nate was a excellent guide and went to all lengths to help us get an elk. Terry Lutz and Larry Paul Clients

“ The hunt was outstanding and the guides and camp staff were exceptional. Everyone worked hard the food was great and so was the company. The country was beautiful a little snowy for that time of year though. Again thanks for a great time in camp and in Cody. Eugene Holloway Client

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Livingston Outfitting, Inc. 28 Trinity Pass Cody, WY 82414

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Jackson Hole, WY and Teton Valley, ID -  208.351.1796

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Scheduled Pack Trips

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Below we are listing our currently scheduled Pack Trips in Wyoming and Yellowstone for 2024. These trips travel in the Tetons and Yellowstone National Park. Email Deb for trip descriptions and available spots.

Don’t see a trip for the dates you are looking for?   Email us and we will try to create a trip for you.

2024 Pack Trips

WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR THE OPPORTUNITY OVER THE YEARS TO TAKE OUR GUESTS INTO THE TETONS AND YELLOWSTONE. WE ARE JUST BEGINNING BOOKING THE 2024 SEASON. WE ARE OFFERING FEWER PACK TRIPS THIS COMING SUMMER SO IF YOU DON'T SEE ANY AVAILABILITY ON A PACK TRIP PLEASE CONSIDER TAKING SOME OF OUR EXTENDED DAY RIDES. THEY ARE AWESOME! CONTACT DEB FOR MORE INFO ON THOSE DATES.

PACK TRIP DATES:

JULY 29-AUGUST 2, 2024: 5 DAY PACK TRIP-Badger Creek to Hidden Corral. This trip is full.

AUGUST 19-23, 2024:  5 DAY YELLOWSTONE/BECHLER PACK TRIP-Bechler. One space available.

Extended Day Rides

This year we are again setting aside a few weeks starting in late June through September offering consecutive extended day rides. The groups will be limited to 8 riders. Everyone should be at least intermediate level riders. All riders will be responsible for their accommodations and lunches and we will be responsible for showing you some awesome areas of the Tetons.

We take many day rides in between our pack trips so let us know your travel dates and we will do our best to get you up in the Tetons on horseback.

Rides might include: Tin Cup, Teton Canyon, Survey Peak/Hominy loop, Crow's Nest-loop, Green Lake, Decoster Trail, Hidden Lake... All beautiful!

JUNE THRU SEPTEMBER 2024: We will open for our 1/2 day rides on the Decoster trail starting the first week of June (depending on snow levels) and then will begin offering full day rides around June 20th (depending on where the snow is). So, pick a date that works, email Deb for availability and let's go riding!!!

Jackson Hole, Wyoming Camping & Fishing Pack Trips

Overnight & multi-day horseback adventures available July 8 through Aug 31, 2024

All pack trips take place 100% in the Gros Ventre Wilderness within the Bridger-Teton National Forest

Imagine traveling on horseback, camping in style in spacious safari-style tents, eating delicious meals prepared by our camp cook, fishing, hiking, and photographing wildlife in their most natural habitat. We provide the gear, and most importantly, our pack trips are safely led by some of Wyoming’s most experienced guides. See our standard itineraries below & contact us to customize your trip!

Accommodations.

Camp accommodations include comfortable wall tents, cots, air mattress pads, lanterns, chairs, and even carpet on the floor!

For guests who prefer not to completely rough-it, a shower tent with hot water may be available upon prior request.

Western-style meals are prepared by your Camp Cook in the dining tent and sack lunches are provided on the trail.

As expected, a typical dinner includes meat & potatoes, and of course smores by the campfire, and the smell of  breakfast in the fresh morning air is something that every city slicker should experience!

Although for some of our guests, being surrounded by nature IS the activity, there are plenty of options for how to spend your time while in the wilderness.

Pack Trip Options

2, 3, 4 and 5 day packages available

“The Trapper” 2 Days & 1 Night $1,395 Per Person

“The Mountain Man” 3 Days & 2 Nights $1,995 Per Person

“The Jim Bridger” 4 Days & 3 Nights $3,295 Per Person

“The Lewis & Clark” 5 Days & 4 Nights (point to point) $4,595 Per Person

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

All pack trips include food, horse and tack, all camping equipment, (sleeping bags can be provided), fishing gear if needed, guide, and cook. There is a minimum of 2 people per trip. The maximum number of guests is 10. Pick up and drop off in Jackson can be arranged. Our staff is very friendly and professional. We are a family run business and your satisfaction is our guarantee.

-Longer trips can also be arranged – contact us to discuss and coordinate.

-Trips begin July 8th and go through August 28th. Trips depart on Mondays and Thursdays. Depending on the spring temperatures we may be able to begin trips sooner.

-Meals are hearty western style with full fixn’s. A traditional breakfast is served each morning and a full course supper at evening. Sack lunches are provided for the day’s activities. Let us know of any special diet requests and we will accommodate the best we can. Base camps are first class and provided with wall tents, 1-2 people per tent, cots, mattresses, lanterns, lawn chair, and small table in each tent. We do have a family wall tent that sleeps 5.

NOTICE: Willow Creek Horseback Rides and Trophy Mountain Outfitters are permittees of the BTNF and are proud to be equal opportunity service providers. Licensed by the Wyoming Board of Outfitters and Professional Guides, License# BG114.

Teton Horseback Adventures

Trail rides, packtrips, hunting trips near Jackson and Yellowstone

Grand Teton and Yellowstone Horse Pack Trips

Explore the west in a whole new way. book a teton horse pack trip today. located between jackson hole and yellowstone national park..

We invite you to take part in a Western experience that not many have the privilege to see. Teton Horseback Adventures offers 3 to 6 Day Guided Horse Pack Trips into the Greater Teton and Yellowstone backcountry.

Our family heritage consists of six generations  riding and working the Teton mountains and are one of the few local families still left here in the Jackson Hole area. We offer professionalism and experience to meet your expectations and create memories that will last forever.

WE DO NOT LEASE HORSES!   This is the secret to our amazing safety record. Each horse has his or her own personality, and matching these personalities between horse and rider make all the difference. We own around 150 head of horses and mules, many of which we’ve raised and trained ourselves.   So you can be assured they know what they’re doing (and yes we know every one of their names).

A few reasons why you should choose Teton Horseback Adventures:

• A family run business
• Private groups or small mixed groups never exceeding 6-8 total
• Experienced horses, crew, and dog (Penelope loves working the livestock)
• NOTHING BEATS THE TETONS

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3 or 4 days in the Cottonwood Camp

Price:   3 days – $1250      4 days – $1600        Dates:  July 1 thru August 25

Description: The Cottonwood Camp is set up with 12’x 14′ canvas wall tents, wood stoves, and cots with pads. The 16’x22′ dining tent has tables, chairs, and everything to make it extremely convenient for the guests.

• Spend your days fishing, hiking, and/or riding remote mountain trails.
• Beautiful high elevation pastures and wildflowers like no other place
• Spend some campfire time with your family and/or friends
• Recommended for families with children or large groups (maximum of 10)

4 Days in Pacific Creek and Two Ocean Pass

COME SPEND THREE NIGHTS NEAR TWO OCEAN PASS

Price:  $1700        Dates:  July 1 thru July 31

Description :     One camp site for three nights setup with canvas spring bar tents supplied with cots and pads

• Second day we ride to Enos Lake (largest lake in the Teton Wilderness)
• Third day we ride to Two Ocean Pass and fish the Atlantic Creek and/or eat lunch by “the parting of the waters”
• Take high elevation trail above “parting of waters” and get an unbelievable view from Grand Teton range to Yellowstone
• Watch as horses and wildlife graze in green meadows near camp

5 days into Bridger Lake and Yellowstone Meadows

   CAMP NEAR THE MOST REMOTE LAKE IN THE LOWER 48!

   Price: $2100        Dates:  June 20th thru July 31

Description:    Multiple campsites set up with canvas spring bar tents supplied with cots and pads

• Takes two days into Yellowsone meadows, stay near Bridger Lake for two or three nights
• Bridger Lake is located near south-eastern corner of Yellowstone National Park, the most remote campsite in the lower 48 states
• Have lunch at the “parting of the waters”
• World famous cutthroat trout fishing — Yellowstone River, Thorofare River, Atlantic Creek, and Bridger Lake
• 20 inch plus Yellowstone cutthroats!
• Great trip for families or fishing buddies!

5 or 6 days up the South Buffalo and Continental-Divide

Price:  5 days – $2250, 6 days – $2700      Dates:  August 1st thru August 25th

Description:  3 or 4 camp sites set up with canvas spring bar tents supplied with cots and pads

• Beautiful high elevation scenery near the Continental Divide (unbelievable views!)
• Multiple large water falls and high mountain lakes
• Great fishing opportunities for many kinds of trout
• See the Headwaters of the Yellowstone, Thorofare, South Buffalo, and South Shoshone rivers

“ Packhorse Week of Discovery ”

Reviewed august 19, 2014, i chose outfitter heith hill because i didn’t just want to take a trail ride in the teton wilderness (don’t get me wrong, they do great trail rides too.), i wanted a wilderness adventure and by god he delivered just that. for five days, he took us with a string of pack mules and horses across countless streams, meadows, and through mountain passes with views so spectacular not even a camera can capture the full awesome beauty of it all. each night we dined by an open campfire and the next morning struck out on the trail to another destination more breathtaking than the last. at one point, we were in the most remote location in all of the lower 48 states. nowhere else could i have safely enjoyed the pleasure and experience of refilling my drink bottle from spring-fed mountain streams. before this, i have always looked at pictures and read about such scenic vistas as this but seeing unspoiled country firsthand like this was far grander than i had ever imagined. teton horseback adventures is the real thing. if you want to discover some of the beauty and wonder explorers like bridger, powell, and mountain men and trappers extolled there was to see out west then the teton wilderness trip is what you want to plan for. it’s the journey of a lifetime.                                                                                        this review is the subjective opinion of a tripadvisor member and not of tripadvisor llc..

All trips are inclusive except for personal items, sleeping bags, fishing rods, and fishing license. All prices may vary depending on group sizes and trip lengths. A deposit of 1/3 total balance is required to book, we do accept personal checks for deposits.

Call or email us with your questions, we are looking forward to hearing from you. Ask for Heith or Shalaina Hill 307-850-6841 or 307-850-5839 [email protected]

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Scenic, Family Friendly Horseback Rides Half-Day & Full Day Options!

Elk, Big Horn Sheep, Mule Deer, Pronghorn Antelope, Moose

Thomson Outfitters operates in the beautiful and unforgettable Bridger-Teton National Forest in Northwestern Wyoming.

We provide outdoor recreational opportunities including horseback rides, gear drops, guided fishing trips, big game hunts and guided fishing trips., you can also rent cabins at our scenic basecamp. basecamp stays include horseback rides, food and lodging plus access to fishing, hiking and amazing views. basecamp stays offer a fantastic all inclusive recreational experience in the heart of the wyoming's wind river range..

Wilderness Adventure & Hunt Options

Basecamp stays, horseback rides, mule deer & antelope hunts, spot packs in the wind river mountains, bighorn sheep hunts, black bear & mountain lion hunts, moose hunts, enjoy a wilderness experience on the headwaters of the green river, horseback riding.

We offer half and full day horseback rides. Bring your fishing pole and camera on this excursion! We provide gentle, reliable horses and first-class guides. Mother nature will furnish spectacular scenery.

Base Camp Stays & Cabin Rentals

Explore the Green River Lakes area from your rustic cabin located just 3 miles below the Green River Lakes near Pinedale, Wyoming. Our cabins are the closest lodging option for enjoying the Green River Lakes area!

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Sublette County and the Wind River Mountains are famous for their blue ribbon trout streams and 1300 named lakes. Let us help you find the "hot spot." We offer everything from back country brook trout- to float fishing for big rainbows and browns.

Big Game Hunting

Thomson Outfitters has been guiding hunters to big and trophy game since 1936 with success rates that are unsurpassed. Let us help you take the trophy you have wanting to hang on your wall. Whether you want to hunt Elk, Moose, Sheep, Mule Deer, Antelope, Mountain Lion or Black Bear - we've got it covered!

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Best of the West: a Western Wyoming Vacation You Won't Forget

O ur family has done so many trips through the West over the years, and the Wyoming vacation is always a favorite pick! From vacations to stops while moving across the country to focusing on Yellowstone, there’s nothing quite like the Western Wyoming road trip . With epic views, cowboy activities and more, we’ve enjoyed a wide variety of experiences on each visit. I’ve got to say though, our week exploring the West starting in fossil country and ending in Yellowstone National Park was our most awesome visit yet.

We always aim to make our family trips a mix of fun and learning, and always try to find new things to do for all of us. I think this particular region of Wyoming offers more diverse sights and activities than any other part we’ve been to, and it’s perfect to suit lots of different interests. Here’s what we loved and for sure recommend in Fossil Country, western towns and Yellowstone National Park .

If you have any questions about these towns or this region in Wyoming, please let us know. It’s a very different sort of trip than most people plan when they visit, so if you would like to share your own ideas or inquiries, please leave a comment or send us a note !

Favorite Fossil Country Things to Do

We visit so many museums in our travels and get to see lots of fascinating fossils, from dinosaurs to extinct giant sloths, but we rarely get to see where these pieces of history come from. Wow. Fossil country, aka the southwestern slice of Wyoming, is full of fossil sites where you can both see incredible specimens everywhere AND you can actually find them yourself. The town of Kemmerer is at the heart of fossil country and you’ll love it! This is the first place we HIGHLY recommend when you’re planning a Wyoming vacation.

Quarrying for Our Own Fossils on a Wyoming Vacation

Visiting the American Fossil Qu a rry was one of the coolest things our kids have ever done. They were naturals at carefully splitting limestone and finding some really beautifully preserved fossils (and us adults did alright too!). We learned about how this enormous fossil deposit formed and how to identify and preserve fossils. A week of adventures in Wyoming and quarrying for fossils was the highlight the kids continue talking about.

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Exploring Fossil Butte National Monument

We also really enjoyed our visit to Fossil Butte National Monument . Within the same gigantic fossil bed, this preserved area is absolutely striking! The views of the colorful landscape and the wildlife are incredible on their own, but add to that a really cool visitor center loaded with so many types of fossils, large and small, and engaging exhibits for all ages, and a half day here is a win for any itinerary for Western Wyoming.

There are actually quite a few Wyoming National Park sites , so if you have more time, you could add several other interesting stops on your Wyoming vacation.

Touring the Wyoming Dinosaur Center and Dig Site

Dinosaurs will never lose their wonder for me (or our kids), so we try to see their bones and learn about them whenever we can. The Wyoming Dinosaur Center in Thermopolis is a whole other level of fossils and discovery. Yes, there is a fantastic museum with specimens and exhibits, but there are also active dinosaur dig sites! Whether you just want to see what an active dino-dig is like or if you actually want to participate and learn more about paleontology, this is a must. Think about how much time you have, how important it is to those you’re traveling with (this may be something that is BUCKET LIST for some people) and if you can work a whole dinosaur themed day into your itinerary.

Fossil Country really is one of the best, most overlooked Wyoming vacation spots. It’s a great place to start travel planning for a completely different sort of trip. We’re planning another trip back for camping, dinosaurs, and a bunch of other great fossil country activities we’ve only just learned about (including awesome hikes!)

Great Ways to Enjoy a WESTERN Wyoming Vacation

Can you even say the word “Wyoming” out loud without thinking “The American West!”? I certainly can’t so a trip through Western Wyoming for us means doing all the western activities we can. From fun with horses to appreciating some of the most eye-catching western art, you’ll get your fill of The West here, with Cody, WY being the heart of it all. This is the Wyoming vacation plan you know you have been curious about but we’re sure how to research.

One of the most important elements of Wyoming’s history and equally important in having a balanced perspective during your visit, is taking time to appreciate and learn about the indigenous nations that did and do call Wyoming home. The state is the ancestral lands of the Shoshone, Arapaho, Lakota, Blackfeet, Cheyenne, Crow, Nez Perce (Nimiipuu), Sheep Eater, and other American Indian nations. Whether you observe a powwow or you take time engaging with educational exhibits, indigenous culture is one of the most vital aspects of the West.

The Cody Nite Rodeo

Rodeo culture is a totally unique experience, especially if you’re from the city or just didn’t grow up in a rural area. The Cody Nite Rodeo is THE place to experience it, from men’s bronco competition to kid events, it’s perfectly western. Even though rodeo events were all completely new to us, we got into it pretty quickly and learned what each event goal and process was. By the end of the night we had a great time and now are looking forward to our next rodeo experience!

Attend a Powwow or Land Acknowledgement

I can’t stress enough how important it is to take time to learn about the people who’ve always called Wyoming home. The history of the West is not good at times, with millions of people being both displaced and destroyed, and today, while we can’t change the past, we can all learn from it. The indigenous people of Wyoming, including the Shoshone and Lakota (our family) have a strong presence in the state and up into the Dakotas. While you’re exploring Western Wyoming, watch for events you can attend or participate in so you and your family can see up close the vibrant, incredible culture that lives today.

We attended the Eastern Shoshone Indian Days Powwow in Fort Washakie and it was awesome. We were completely welcome as visitors, both to observe and participate in open, friendly dances. The community vibe was amazing and seeing such a celebration of living culture was very meaningful for our family.

Another event to watch for as you travel through Wyoming, and the rest of the West, is a land acknowledgement. Sometimes this comes in the form of a simple statement at the beginning of a public event and sometimes the stage is given to local tribal members to offer a statement, prayer, dance or performance. Whichever it is, take a moment to listen and explain to anyone you’re with why this is important, and if you aren’t sure yourself, ask!

Buffalo Bill Center of the West

There are museums and then there are MUSEUMS. The Buffalo Bill Center of the West is five museums all in one central location and is the premier place to see all things Western. The Whitney Museum of Western Art and the Museums of the Plains Indian were our two favorite areas. The art, the stories, and amazing exhibits showing the West in a different light than we’re used to, these two museums really impressed us.

The Draper Natural History Museum and then, of course, the Buffalo Bill Museum are also great. Really, spending a few hours or a few days (it does take two days to do the whole museum complex) is one of the best ways to dig into the “western” side of a Wyoming vacation. When we talk with our kids about the West and what that means to most people, we are sure to explain that “cowboys” are the main story most people hear, but that the indigenous nations, including our great grand parents, are a very important part of that story. The Buffalo Bill Center of the West does a good job combining the histories.

Horseback Riding through Western Landscapes

Seeing Wyoming on horseback is a beautiful way to get a different perspective. Our family enjoys riding horses wherever we go, so getting to go up into the mountains and canyons of Cody was a blast. Craggy cliffs and flowing streams make for a different sort of horseback adventure than we’re used to.

If you don’t ride often but want to be sure it’s a part of your Western Wyoming experience, there are lots in Jackson, Lander, Dubois and beyond, so set aside a few hours during your adventure and experience the western landscapes for yourself!

Note: in Wyoming, kids under 18 are required to wear helmets when horseback riding. If a helmet isn’t offered for your children, wherever your Wyoming vacation takes you, ask for one before going out on the trail.

Old West Photo Souvenirs

One of our favorite souvenirs from Wyoming (and we have them from other places too) is our family Old West photo. If you haven’t done one before you have got to do a western photo shoot when you’re in Cody. You can find them in other towns too, but our experience at Way Back When Photography in Cody, WY was great. The kids got to pick out the type of Old West character they were, then us adults got dressed up too. Once in character you get to do a photoshoot with props and different sets, resulting in one of the best, most memorable Wyoming souvenirs you can find.

Things to consider when you’re doing an old west photo shoot, whether on your Wyoming vacation or in Carson City, NV or even Leavenworth, WA is what sort of props you’re okay with. Thinking about the context of the photo you’re creating, there are all kinds of things that aren’t okay in real life, like jugs of ale, beer mugs and a variety of weapons (real and replicas). We talk openly about the use of props and that they aren’t things kids would access in real life, and we talk DIRECTLY about guns and not pointing them, even fake ones, at people. When you’re doing a photo shoot like this, it’s important to put the times in context and draw a clear line between a photo prop and real life.

The Best of Yellowstone with Kids

Yellowstone National Park is so well known. It’s been our family’s favorite National Park destination since our kids were tiny, so even though we had a full and fun trip through Western Wyoming already, we just had to have a little time in the park. There are few places that compare to Yellowstone when it comes to wildlife, natural wonders and epic views. It’s the gem of Wyoming.

Easy Wildlife Viewing in Yellowstone

The thing about wildlife is just that: it’s wild. We saw so many beautiful places and learned so much during the rest of our Wyoming road trip that we could’ve gone home happy, but we love getting to just watch wildlife and Yellowstone is the perfect place for it. On this specific visit, we saw a bull moose, three grizzly bears, a black bear, countless bison and elk, deer, North American pelicans and so many more birds… all in one day!

The best route to drive in Yellowstone for the easiest wildlife viewing , especially if you have limited time, is the stretch from Cody, WY to Canyon Village. This drive takes you through the mountainous cliffs (watch for bighorn sheep), along Yellowstone Lake (look for moose, pelicans and more), through the Hayden Valley (bison, bears and trumpeter swans), and ends at Canyon Village (our favorite Yellowstone visitor center).

Best Kid-Geyser Experience

When we visit Yellowstone National Par k, we like to visit some of the lesser known spots, and that includes some of the overlooked geothermal areas. Old Faithful and Norris Geyser Basins are famous for good reasons, but they take a long time to explore and there are more people there than our top picks for visiting with kids or on a short timeframe. Our first pick is the Mud Volcano area. This is extra fun because it’s stinky gurgling mud. It’s full of cool sounds, crazy steam and is one of the most active geothermal sights you’ll see. It takes about a half hour to an hour to visit and is worth the stop.

Our next pick is a small geothermal area called the Biscuit Basin . It’s easy to drive past since it’s close to Old Faithful, but we love to stop here. This is a great place to see the variety of colors that Yellowstone’s hot springs are known for. It’s a small area, but beautiful. If you want to turn this stop into a hike, there are paths from here so bring your hiking pack and hit the trails.

The third geothermal stop that’s easy to add to a quick Yellowstone visit or is just great with kids is Firehole Lake Drive. This is a beautiful, quiet loop road with lots of small geysers, some gorgeous still waters, wildlife and a totally different Yellowstone experience than you might expect.

Favorite Family Photo Spots in Yellowstone

Of course our favorite viewpoint in Yellowstone for a family photo is at Artist Point on the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone . How can it not be? With every visit we get a new family photo here and it’s just wild to see our kids growing up with new Wyoming vacation memories at each visit. While the main Artist Point lookout is the where most people go and snap a photo, the best spot is actually on the stair down to the viewing area. You’ll love it!

Another beautiful spot for a family photo is at the Calcite Springs Overlook. Here you’ll see a totally unique perspective across the canyon and surrounding mountains, including geothermal areas below. It’s awesome!

One more perfect spot for a family photo is on the lakeside boardwalk at the West Thumb Geyser Basin. Catch it on a sunny day for sparking water, turquoise and glowing dormant geysers in the lake, and just downright beautiful surroundings. The bonus is getting to see even more colorful springs in a lakeside setting.

For more Yellowstone travel plans check out our complete guide and podcast episodes all about our favorite National Park!

I hope you can tell how much we enjoyed our journey through the west on this Wyoming vacation. It’s been a family favorite for camping, hiking and science trips for a long time, but this most recent adventure really showed off how diverse the experiences are and how PERFECT Wyoming is for a family trip.

If you have any questions about planning a Wyoming vacation, things to do around the state, stuff outside of Yellowstone or need tips for anything else in the Rocky Mountain region , please leave a comment or send us a note . We love this part of the USA and are always happy to share more vacation planning tips, in Wyoming or beyond!